Clothing & Accessories
Before you go out for your ride you want to be safe and comfortable. Whether you are riding around the neighborhood or going on a week long tour, having the right gear can make the ride safer and more enjoyable.
GLOVES-Gloves protect your hands from low branches
and scrapes in the
event of a fall, and protect the nerves in your palms to keep your hands from
falling asleep. At Laurel Bicycle Center we stock Specialized Body Geometry
gloves for Men and Women and children's gloves by Bell.
HELMET-(MUST HAVE)-Protect
your brain. About 800 Americans die each year in bicycle crashes. About 500 are
younger than 18. Most car-bike crashes happen on quiet neighborhood streets. We
stock helmets by Bell
Sports, Giro, and
Specialized.
SAFETY PADS-
We stock knee pads, elbo pads, and gloves
for kids ages 4 to 8 years old.
SHORTS-We carry cycling shorts and tights for men and women by Bellwether.
Cycling shorts promotes proper breathing of the skin and prevents chaffing. The cycling shorts are a nylon/Lycra blended fabric designed to support muscles during exercise, helping to decrease fatigue while maximizing muscle efficiency